Mission, Vision & Goals

About HCC

Mission, Vision & Goals

Vision (Who we want to be)

HCC will be recognized as a leader in education, innovation, and economic development – striving for excellence, creating community, and enriching the lives of those we serve.

Mission (Who we are)

Approved: June 5th, 2018

The mission of Haywood Community College is to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development.

Core Values (What guides us)

Approved: June 5th, 2018

Haywood Community College values Integrity, Excellence, Vision, and Collaboration.

Strategic Plan for Institutional Excellence Goals and Objectives

Approved: June 5th, 2018

For the 2018-19 through 2020-21 academic years, there are three Goals that will drive HCC's activities, resource allocation, and priorities. Every department will align their department goals and outcomes to the strategic plan as part of the Institutional Excellence process.

Goal 1 — Meet the educational needs of the communities HCC serves

Objective 1. Analyze existing and investigate new educational programs (continuing education and curriculum), based on regional data and employment trends, with particular focus on healthcare-related fields

HCC is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sex, age, disability, genetic information and veteran status